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Dear Deb - December 2023

Dear Deb: Just curious about what farmers do with all the produce they don’t sell at the farmers’ market? Jesse L., San Francisco Jesse: We are pleased that so many farmers’ markets have farmers who donate their extra fruits and vegetables to those in need. Their generosity is amazing! Various food banks, community services, and religious organizations feeding the homeless benefit from their kindness. We have many local organizations that visit the farmers’ markets at the end of the day to...

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Dear Deb - December 2023

Harvest Headline - November

Winter Squash Winter squash is now being harvested and available at your farmers’ market. The crops are very good, and the varieties are amazing! This tasty seasonal squash is often thought of as just...

Dear Deb – November 2023

Dear Deb: We’re trying to reduce plastic waste, so why are plastic bags still being used at the farmers’ market? David R. Pleasanton David: While single-use plastic bags seem to be everywhere, they do...

California Considers Changes to FMNP Food Program

The Farmers Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) is a unique program that provides benefits to mothers and seniors who use them to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables directly from farms at farmers...